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A member asked:

What is the relation btween the t3&t4 hormons in loss of body wieght & if there is a reason with liver illness ? what is the treatment of loss wieght?

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Dr. Edgar Mendizabal answered

Specializes in Internal Medicine

T3 (liothyronine) is the active : Hormone. The conversion of T4 to. T3 (liothyronine) is reduced when following a low carnohydrate diet. Some doctors might give small amounts of t3 (liothyronine) to help you along.

Dr Fowler agreed

Answered 1/15/2015

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